OK, let's get some things straight. I know the reports were used (there were five of them, two for one MSC, three for another)...I know the reports were used because I have strong contacts in the hospitality industry and I am a licensed PI myself.
I have been doing the calling and writing campaign in order to get paid for all of the reports (the oldest is from March os 2012) and I believe in being patient. That is why the oldest one is almost five years old....Just for the record, the newest one is eight months old. I have continued shopping for these MSC's and have professionally handled the pay inquiries.No need to burn any bridges.
This whole idea of going to small claims court is expensive in terms of time, travel, and fees. Anyone who has had to sue anyone else EVER knows this....it is a hassle.
Sybil's post was offensive to me because I like my word to be taken at face value (just a quirk, I guess..that's why I am a good Mystery Shopper and had a successful PI business).
If anyone cares to read my original post, it clear states that I am asking for advice...go to court, or write it off...I was not trying to start a ruckus and defend whether my claims are valid.....